Academy Training Manager
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Job Description
At Grundfos, we're committed to crafting high-quality, cutting-edge solutions-and we're constantly evolving by improving what exists and creating what's next. If you're passionate about working alongside a skilled, collaborative team, connecting directly with customers, and guiding others through impactful learning experiences, we've got an exciting opportunity waiting for you.
This role is centered around training-equipping colleagues and customers with the technical knowledge and skills they need to succeed. You'll be at the heart of innovation and empowerment, helping shape the future of our solutions through education and expertise.
What is the job about? ? ?
Grundfos is seeking an experienced Academy Technical Training Manager to join its Water Utility team. The Academy Training Manager will be focused on key applications involving Grundfos Submersible Wastewater Pumps and related accessories within the region, as well as being a trainer at the Grundfos University. This role is responsible for accelerating sales and ensuring customer satisfaction by providing extensive application and product knowledge. This role will promote crafting sales messaging related to the product, training the sales team, and serving as a liaison between product management and sales. This position reports directly to the Regional Sales Director and will operate daily on-site out of the Brookshire, TX facility Monday-Friday.
Qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support now or in the future.
Your main responsibilities :??
Gain in-depth knowledge of the product's features, capabilities, and competitive advantages, and effectively communicate this information to the sales team and customers.
Conduct training sessions and workshops for the sales team to enhance their product knowledge and sales skills and support the training initiatives of Grundfos University as the Subject Matter Expert on Submersible Wastewater Pumps and related accessories in pumping applications.
Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to develop effective sales messaging that highlights the unique value proposition of the Grundfos Submersible Wastewater Pumps and accessories in key applications.
Create compelling sales materials, presentations, and demonstrations that effectively communicate the benefits and advantages of the products.
Provide guidance on effective sales techniques, objection handling, and value-based selling approaches.
Serve as the primary liaison for external training vendors, driving adoption of learning tools (e.g., Challenger), aligning with HR and L&D, setting annual roadmaps and KPIs, and evaluating program effectiveness across sales teams
Ensure the sales team can effectively communicate the technical aspects and value of the Grundfos Submersible Wastewater pumps and accessories to customers.
Serve as the bridge between product management, marketing and sales teams for effective communication and collaboration.
Gather market feedback for product development and enhancements.
Engage directly with customer to understand their specific needs and requirements while building and maintaining positive relationships with key customers.
Your background ?
We imagine that you have:?
A bachelor's degree in engineering, Business or related field, or a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in technical sales or an engineering role.
Proven experience in a similar, preferably within the Water Utility/Muni industry.
High level of technical knowledge, specifically around Municipal Applications.
Exceptional communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrable ambition, with a readiness to take on significant responsibilities and drive growth.??
Ability to travel 20%
What's in it for you?
You'll be an invaluable part of our global leadership team, a diverse network of pioneers guiding others in seeing possibilities, not problems. You'll be instrumental in spreading our optimistic, can-do attitude to advance global innovation and a clear sense of purpose, embodying our six core values (https://www.grundfos.com/about-us/our-purpose-and-values) , guiding our colleagues in living them day by day, and making a difference in global projects. We support you in navigating your own career and development path, offering you tools to hone your leadership craft, both within your field and to broaden your interest or expertise in areas such as diversity & inclusion, coaching and culture.?
In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:?
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.?
If you'll be working from your home office, we'll make sure you are well equipped with a workstation. However, you are always welcome to our offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.??
On the top of it, flexible working hours and up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.
Competitive medical insurance rates medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program.
Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.?
Do you want to learn more? ? ?
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking " Apply ".??
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Grundfos needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type. Employment decisions at Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights.pdf) and pay transparency (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\%20English\formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Job details
Workplace: Onsite Position
Job Location: Brookshire, Texas, United States | Houston, Texas, United States
Contract Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Regular
